Summer Science Camps: 2016

Friday, August 5, 2016

Owl Camp 2016!!

We just finished three incredible days of Owl Camp! On day one we learned about some of the unique features and behaviors of owls. On day two we dissected owl pellets. And on day three we watched a bird show by Eric McGill of Earthwings. He brought four birds of prey including a Barn Owl named Summit and a Eurasian Eagle Owl named Pumpkin.

...Here are some pictures to show you what an awesome time we had. Thank you for sending your kids!

Friday, May 20, 2016

Owl Camp

This summer I am offering one mini-camp from August 1-3. We will be studying owls! Here is a brief description:

OWL CAMP - Discover all about this fascinating bird of prey! From owl senses to owl anatomy, the children will learn what makes this nocturnal bird unique. We will dissect owl pellets and interact with live owls. Students will become familiar with different owl species. The highlight of this camp will be a guest speaker from the organization Earthwings, (http://www.earthwings.org/).

Daily Schedule

9:30-10:15 - Learning Centers
Students will independently choose different learning activities. There will be a daily art center, library center, math center, drama center, writing center, and research center.

10:15-10:30 - Snack/Storytime
A small snack will be provided each day while the teacher reads a story.

10:30-11:15 - Project Work
This time will include direct instruction on topics we are studying, experiments, guest speakers, and other guided learning activities.

11:15-11:30 - Science Journals
Each day, the students will have an opportunity to write or draw something they are learning about in their science journals.

Director/Teacher: Cristina Duke

Testimonials

"Thank you!...My daughter really LOVED owl camp! She still talks about it and has a new found love for owls."
-Nicole S.

"My 2 girls did bug camp this year and had SO much fun! They have continued to talk all about bugs even weeks after camp ended. They have told me a number of interesting facts about bugs and insects and are still talking about camp. Bug Camp was so much fun that we turned right around and signed up for Rock Camp. It was another great week that we are still talking about! Thanks Cristina!"
-Kristin B.

"Miss Cristina taught four of my children from 1st-3rd grade. The summer camps were so fun and educational. They got so in-depth, they became experts in whatever they were studying. She teaches them how to learn and ask questions. My kids loved each one she did during the summer."
-Tami A.